Augusta University
Hannah Litteer“The superoxide dismutase is one of the keys to understanding the mechanism of how exercise improves our vascular health,” says Tohru Fukai, MD, PhD.
Miguelangelo Hernandez"Our goal is to attract students who are passionate about advancing health care through discovery and innovation," says Elena Dent, PhD.
Milledge AustinThe annual report gives a snapshot of the impact the USG provided to the state and breaks down the numbers per institution.
“It's bringing together all of your hobbies and talents and then putting it toward a bigger cause," says Anvi Peddi.
"Placing SAFE Stations strategically around our campuses is a proactive effort to keep all of our students, staff and faculty safe," says John Ryan.
Chris CurryDuring their research, Bangxing Hong, PhD, and his research team learned how cancer cells can manipulate our body’s own systems.
Sidhartha Wakade“Instead of controlling normal processes, they can do something beneficial by triggering an immune response or maybe taking away a growing tumor," says Paul Langridge, PhD.
Heather HenleyTwo graduate students from the Immunology Center of Georgia will use NIH awards to explore the immunological drivers behind cardiometabolic disease.
Joshua Duffy"Programs like these also reinforce our commitment to being a leader in advancing cyber education and innovation," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
“Being prepared is critically important, so this training is essential not only for keeping Augusta safe but keeping this region safe," says Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson.
"The students are building data analysis and communication skills, and we’re able to put their findings to practical use," says Christine O'Meara.
Lindsey Morris“The treatment requires patients to carry mutations in their DNA repair genes, but more than 70% of patients do not carry these genes,” says Chunhong Yan, PhD.
"It's a testament that, when you plant the seed, someday harvesting will come," says Ana Carolina Morandini, DDS, PhD.
"This grant represents a spectrum of sectors, including medical, behavioral health, mental health, public health, nursing and social work,” says Alicia Becton, PhD.
Denise Parrish“If retinopathy of prematurity is treated early, vision can be improved or saved, and we can protect the future of these infants,” says Yusra Zaidi, PhD.
"It can help us better understand how gum disease connects with obesity and metabolic disorders,” says Ana Carolina Morandini, DDS, PhD.
"Funding is crucial for this type of research to be continued and for new and better treatments to be created," says Ali Arbab, MD, PhD.
Felicia BaskettGraeme Connolly, PhD, has served Augusta University for 25 years in various roles in the Department of Kinesiology.
Paige Tucker"It's an engagement opportunity every single year our students are able to have that also serves one of the greatest needs in our region," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
“A patient’s immune system is unique. With clearer markers, we can better understand how to tailor therapies to each person’s condition," says Mohammad Oliaeimotlagh, MD.